Ultimate 5 day Islay whisky tour from Edinburgh

Place: Edinburgh

Duration: 120 hours

Language: English

Availability: Selected sundays

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Guided Tour

Local touch

Smaller Group Size

Subject expert guide

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Small group

Transport included

Do this because

Explore the stunning island of Islay with your guide
Visit all of the distilleries that have made Islay famous
Sample a dram of Scotland's finest whisky (or two!)

What to expect

The ultimate Islay tour is perfect for those who want to explore as much of Islay as possible. You'll visit every distillery on the island, taste a range of incredible drams and discover some incredible secret spots.

On your first day, you'll begin your journey from Edinburgh giving you the opportunity to take in the stunning landscape and learn about the history and culture of this fascinating part of Scotland. You will travel to Oban for a tour and tasting at the distillery in the heart of the town. After a little more exploring, you'll make your way to Kennacraig to catch the evening ferry to Islay. As you cross, you'll see the beautiful surrounding islands before heading to your B&B in Islay to settle in.

With three full days to explore, your guide will be on hand to recommend some of their favourite spots including empty beaches, whitewashed villages, ancient sites, and local wildlife, With around 3000 people and 9 distilleries, the chances of finding a dram are excellent especially as you visit the distilleries the island is famous for. You'll visit Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Ardbeg, Kilchoman, Bunnahabhain, Caol Ila, Ardnahoe, Bowmore and Bruichladdich!

On your final day, you'll catch the ferry back to the mainland and explore the loch-side town of Inveraray. You'll then travel down the shores of Loch Fyne and Loch Long before climbing up to the Rest and Be Thankful pass for sweeping views. Then, it's on to the shores of Loch Lomond where you can admire the spectacular views.

This tour will make a short stop in Glasgow for passengers wishing to disembark there before returning to Edinburgh
The prices shown in the calendar are based on 2 or 3 people sharing a twin/double/triple room. There is an additional supplement of £400 for single occupancy
Accommodation is on a B&B basis in the Bowmore House and Island Bear. Please note that if the Bowmore House or Island Bear are not available, alternative local accommodation of the same standard will be found
Due to various reasons (weather, closures and special events), it may not always be possible to visit all distilleries mentioned. Please be aware that, if this is the case, suitable alternatives will be found
All participants must be over 18 years old. If you are lucky enough to look under 25 years old, please bring a photo ID with you as you may be asked to prove you are over 18
Please bring suitable clothing for sun and rain including a waterproof jacket, plenty of layers and shoes suitable for short walks
Due to the size of the vehicles, please limit your luggage to 1 small piece per person with a maximum weight of 15kg. You can also bring 1 small handbag or daypack which can be stored on the bus by your feet or above your head